THE MEANING _ OF THE 10 _ MOST POPULAR FLOWERS AS GIFTS_

1. The Meaning of the 10 Most Popular Flowers as Gifts

2. Introduction When you want to buy a gift for someone you love, flowers are often the first thing that comes to mind. Flowers are a popular choice all around the world for special occasions. It's nice to receive a bunch of your favorite flowers as a gift. Different flowers have different meanings. Here are the meanings of the 10 most popular flowers that people often give as gifts.

3. Rose The rose is the most popular flower because of its beautiful shape and many colors. People often give roses as gifts because they are a symbol of love. Roses are especially popular for Valentine's Day because they represent love for everyone.

4. 2.  Tulips Tulips are special because they tell us that spring is here just by how they look and the colors they show. People love to give them as gifts because they're not complicated, yet they bring so much joy with their vibrant hues. Their simplicity and delightful colors make them a favorite choice among flowers to share with others.

5. 3.  Gerberas Gerberas are flowers that mean different things to different cultures. Egyptians thought they were close to nature and loved the sun. Celts believed they made life less sad and stressful. Generally, gerberas stand for innocence, purity, happiness, and faithful love. They are quite popular, although not as much as roses. They come from South Africa and are sometimes called African daisies.

6. 4.  lILIES The name 'lily' comes from Old English 'lilie' and Latin 'lilium'. People all around the world use this name. The actual flower 'lily' has a special meaning. Each type of lily has its own significance, but commonly it represents purity and fertility. The lily flower symbolizes new life and starting fresh because it looks delicate and innocent. If you want to give someone a delicate and pretty flower, lilies are a great option.

7. 5.  oRCHIDS Orchids are special flowers that represent many good things like kindness, beauty, and love. People often give them as gifts for important occasions because they symbolize happiness and elegance. Even though some think orchids are hard to grow, many still love them even more for it. Throughout history, people have found different meanings in orchids that make them feel hopeful and happy.

8. 6.  iRIS Irises are beautiful flowers that you can easily recognize. There are about 300 different types of iris plants. They have meanings like nobility, wisdom, and purity. People often give them as gifts to special people. Irises come in many colors, but blue is the most common. You can also find them in purple, yellow, pink, or orange.

9. 7.  Carnations (Dianthus) Carnations are a popular flower known for their beauty and charm. They symbolize fascination, uniqueness, and love when given as a gift. According to a story from Christianity, carnations sprouted from tears shed by the Virgin Mary while watching Jesus carry the cross. This is why they're linked with a mother's love.

10. 8.  sUNFLOWERS Sunflowers are one of the top 10 favorite flowers people give as gifts. They're big, colorful plants that make people happy. Sunflowers are tall and have yellow and black colors that stand out. They got their name because they look like the sun.

11. 9.  Hortensias (Hydrangea) Hydrangeas are really popular now because they're great for making a statement. They stand out because of their big round bunches of small flowers. Before, hydrangeas only came in blue or white. But now, there are lots of different kinds with vibrant colors. You can even find some that are painted with different colors.

12. 10.  Calla Lilies (Zantedeschia) Calla lilies are flowers often chosen for weddings because they are white and unique. Even though they have "lily" in their name, they're different from other lilies. Calla lilies are special and are used for important events in life. People believe they represent purity, holiness, and faithfulness because of their religious meaning.